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VX03 RRZ

2003 Vauxhall Astra · Petrol · 1598cc

Red Registered in Worcester, Severn Valley · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2003 Vauxhall Astra Petrol 1598cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 105,631 miles on the clock, averaging 9,837 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Astra issues include central locking door mechanism and passenger compartment wiring connectors.

MOT & Mileage History for VX03 RRZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
105,631
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2006
78%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 2 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
9,837

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading105,631 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,350
Average per year9,837
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for VX03 RRZ 46k61k76k91k106k '06'12'09

Check VX03 RRZ

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage105,631 miles
Since last MOT+11,350 miles
PASS
Mileage94,281 miles
Since last MOT+7,753 miles
PASS
Mileage86,528 miles
Since last MOT+5,961 miles
PASS
Mileage80,567 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage80,567 miles
Since last MOT+8,493 miles
PASS
Mileage72,074 miles
Since last MOT+9,451 miles
PASS
Mileage62,623 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage62,623 miles
Since last MOT+16,302 miles
PASS
Mileage46,321 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Vauxhall Astra

These are the most commonly reported problems on Vauxhall Astra models (1998–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Central locking door mechanism (driver's door microswitches and lock motors)

Microswitches in driver's door wear out, interrupting central locking signal; lock motors seize from dirt/moisture. · Typical repair: £100-250 (switches £20-50, motors £50-100 + labour).

Passenger compartment wiring connectors (transverse harness under carpet, front-rear junction)

Connectors corrode from wet carpets (leaks or spills), causing glitches in electrics/ECUs. · Typical repair: £150-400 (harness section £50-150 + drying/labour; full harness £300+).

Rear brake calipers (seizing/pistons)

Caliper pistons corrode/seize, causing uneven pad wear. · Typical repair: £200-450 per side (caliper £80-150 + discs/pads/labour).

Front suspension wheel bearings (integrated in hubs)

Bearings wear prematurely due to hub design, especially on pothole-heavy UK roads. · Typical repair: £250-500 per side (hub assembly £100-200 + labour/alignment).

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX03 RRZ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeVX — Worcester, Severn Valley
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About VX03 RRZ

What car is VX03 RRZ?

VX03 RRZ is a red Vauxhall Astra, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Worcester in 2003.

What is the mileage of VX03 RRZ?

The last recorded mileage for VX03 RRZ was 105,631 miles, recorded on 10 Apr 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has VX03 RRZ passed its MOT?

VX03 RRZ has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 10 Apr 2012.

Is VX03 RRZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, VX03 RRZ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is VX03 RRZ?

VX03 RRZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.